21 July 2026

National Conference leadership protests in Delhi demanding J&K Statehood

While the demand for J&K statehood touches upon constitutional federalism and reorganization, this specific item focuses primarily on political protests by a regional party.

Notes

• National Conference leadership held protests in Delhi demanding the immediate restoration of full Statehood to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
• Demands focus on fulfilling commitments made regarding the timeline for restoring statehood following the reorganisation of the region.
• Divergence exists among regional political parties in Jammu and Kashmir concerning strategy, with some emphasizing statehood restoration while others highlight opposition to the abrogation of Article 370.

Questions

1. The constitutional framework under Article 3 provides Parliament with significant authority regarding the reorganisation of States and Union Territories. Examine the constitutional procedure involved in converting a Union Territory into a State and evaluate its implications for asymmetric federalism in India. 250 words
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Prelims

1. With reference to Article 3 of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is correct?

   1. A A bill contemplating the reorganisation of a State can be introduced in Parliament only on the recommendation of the President.
   2. B The views expressed by the State Legislature on a reorganisation bill are legally binding on Parliament.
   3. C A constitutional amendment under Article 368 is mandatory to alter the boundaries or name of any State.
   4. D Union Territories have the absolute constitutional right to veto any reorganisation proposal passed by Parliament.

Syllabus

• Post-independence consolidation and reorganization GS1
• Union and States GS2

Topics

• Federalism
• Indian Polity & Governance

Sources

• ‘Promise unfulfilled’: NC stagesstir in Delhi for J&K Statehood